Structural Engineer Intern - Kiewit Nuclear Solutions (Summer 2027)
About The Position
Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking a Structural Engineer Intern to help establish, maintain, and improve company standards and tools and use them to contribute to project success. The role involves working under the supervision of experienced engineers and developing familiarity with departmental design standards, structural engineering codes, and company policies and quality requirements. The intern supports engineering analysis and design documentation, including basic calculations, sketches, drawings, cost and quantity estimates, and reviews of calculations and project documents. The role is based in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, or Lenexa, Kansas, and may involve work at different locations and conditions.
Requirements
- Be enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in civil or architectural engineering with a structural emphasis, or structural engineering, at an ABET-accredited college or university.
- Complete a fundamental structural analysis course, including computer applications.
- Complete a strength of materials course covering statics and dynamics.
- Complete a fundamentals of steel design course and/or a fundamentals of concrete design course.
- Be proficient with basic spreadsheet, database, and word-processing programs.
- Be familiar with basic structural analysis and engineering software, and CADD software for reviewing drafters' work.
- Be a U.S. citizen with documentation for badge access.
- Pass a security questionnaire and background check appropriate to the position's duties.
- Follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Be able to work at various locations where conditions may vary.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Experience with SAP2000, Mathcad, and Navisworks.
Responsibilities
- Work under the supervision of a more experienced engineer.
- Develop familiarity with departmental design standards, applicable structural engineering codes, and Kiewit policies, guidelines, and standards.
- Understand, contribute to, and follow Kiewit Nuclear Solutions' quality program requirements and objectives.
- Prepare basic engineering calculations using standard methods and principles for the type of analysis.
- Prepare basic design sketches and drawings for drafting and incorporation into final plans.
- Calculate project cost and quantity estimates based on analysis of collected data.
- Assist with checking calculations, drawings, and documents using established guidelines.
- May inspect construction sites to monitor progress and confirm conformance with engineering drawings, specifications, and construction requirements.
- Review vendor drawings for structural accuracy and construction commodities.
- Communicate with other disciplines to coordinate design interfacing issues.
- Maintain regular, reliable attendance; work productively, meet deadlines, communicate effectively and professionally, and perform work safely.
- Work during normal operating hours and work overtime and weekends as required.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents.
- Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs.
- Life insurance.
- Disability benefits.
- Retirement plans with matching.
- Paid time off.
- Competitive health benefits and opportunities for professional advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
